After several years of recession, Greece is gradually returning to a growth trajectory. This panel will touch upon the global and European economy culminating with specific focus on Greece, stating the progress achieved so far and the challenges that remain ahead.

This panel will discuss the issuance in the global capital markets of fixed income instruments by the Greek Government, the Greek Banks and Greek Corporates. It will also discuss global investor interest in Greek Risk and Greek Fixed Income Instruments

This panel of senior executives from major global investment banks active in the Greek market will discuss regulatory trends, M&A and consolidation activity in the sector and comparative sector valuations. Also, what types of investors are looking at Greek financial sector assets (HF’s, PE”s, Strategic Investors), and what will take to make foreign investors more comfortable

Greece is experiencing record high number of visitors. Privatization of key tourist and transport state assets (marinas, regional airports), the development of premium tourist resorts and of specialized tourist products are transforming the tourism industry and create attractive investment opportunities.

Investors are returning to the Greek Real Estate market as Europe’s hardest hit economy is showing signs of recovery. The panel will discuss which areas show the most growth potential, the key factors affecting real estate investment in Greece and which flagship hotel, urban regeneration, retail and commercial projects are already in the pipeline which will change the way we look at this vital market.

International and Supranational Organizations have earmarked significant funds for investments in Greece. The Panel will outline these investment programs and funding mechanisms. Also, how these funds will be invested in the Greek market through domestic institutional investors and where they see investment opportunities.

The panel will provide the point of view of major foreign investors active in Greece. It will highlight challenges, opportunities and risks; the progress achieved so far and what needs to be done to solidify Greece as an attractive business and investment destination

Major infrastructure projects for the delivery of gas to the European markets and increased interest in hydrocarbons exploration in the Eastern Mediterranean will change the energy landscape in the region with wider geopolitical implications. Also, the liberalization of the electricity market and increased activity in the field of renewables create new investment opportunities.

The successful handling of NPLs will inject new liquidity in to the economy and will improve the competitiveness and sustainability of Greek companies. There is progress with a new regulatory framework, the approval of NPL manager licenses and the establishment of an NPL Forum for corporate loans among the four systemic banks, which are now much better positioned to deal with NPLs. Significant challenges remain but the potential for a positive outcome is there.

The panel will discuss trends, developments and outlook of the energy, commodity and shipping markets (dry bulk, oil and gas, containers). Shipping is the second largest contributor to Greece’s GDP but it is a business conducted on a global scale outside Greece. It depends on the world economy, the commodity and energy markets. Greeks are the largest shipowners with 20+% of the global fleet.